Which of the following circumstances would be considered exigent?
A) potential for evidence destruction
B) presence of resident
C) immaturity of target
D) no prior knowledge of search

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Exigent circumstances are situations where law enforcement can bypass the requirement for a warrant to conduct a search or make an arrest because waiting to obtain a warrant would result in potential danger or loss of evidence. The potential for evidence destruction fits this definition. The presence of a resident or the immaturity of a target are not necessarily urgent circumstances that require immediate action. No prior knowledge of the search does not necessarily indicate exigent circumstances.

Which of the Following Circumstances Would Be Considered Exigent